How to Build Your Own Golf Mat

When hitting practice golf balls into a net, a golf mat is helpful in giving you the feel of standing on an actual course. This easy-to-make golf mat can also be converted to a putting green, so you can work on your short game as well. It's even portable, so you can keep it in the car or take it to the office.

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Set a piece of artificial grass under the trimmed rubber mat and cut the grass, leaving about one or two inches on all sides. You do not need to cut the grass to the exact size as the rubber mat at this point.

Step 3

Apply spray adhesive to the top of the rubber mat. There are various grades of spray adhesive available in stores. Select adhesive that is labeled heavy duty for all projects and permanent. Be sure to get plenty of adhesive on the edges.

Step 4

Place the artificial grass on top of the rubber mat. Starting at the middle and working outward, rub your hands on the grass so it makes contact with the adhesive on the rubber mat, smoothing out creases.

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Step 6

Use a hobby or utility knife to cut a 4 inch hole through both the rubber mat and artificial grass, about a foot in from the edge. I used a potato chip can as a guide. Discard the piece of artificial turf, but keep the piece of rubber mat.

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Step 9

Roll up the golf mat and secure it with a bungee cord to take the mat with you wherever you go. You never know when you might want to hit a few golf balls. (Note: Lay the mat flat if possible for storage, and do not leave it rolled up for extended periods.)